Allium ursinium - Ramsons 

The first few flowers may appear towards the end of March or early April, but May and early June are when this striking flower is at its best.

A plant that carpets woodland floors and roadsides in damp places, ramsons, or wild garlic as it is sometimes (correctly) called, advertises its presence by its strong smell. It grows from a bulb, and is a relative of the leek.

Wildflowers of Wales This wildflower is one of many dozens that are featured in the First Nature Guide to the Wonderful Wildflowers of Wales, Volume 1 - Woodland and Waysides. Sample pages... Order online... Order by post...